Animal Control Officer

City of Farmington•Farmington, NM

6d•$19•Onsite

About The Position

Works under the Administrative supervision of the Chief of Police. Responsible for enforcement of all City Animal Control and Park Ranger ordinances, including citation writing, court appearances, Parks patrol and impoundment of animals. Patrols streets within City jurisdiction to locate stray animals and promptly captures animals and transports them to an animal shelter. Patrols all City parks for prevention of vandalism, including graffiti, appropriate behavior in City parks, public relations and enforcement of pertinent ordinances as defined by City Code. Checks for proper equipment operation at Parks and Recreation facilities, including at appointed times for Parks and Recreation facilities' security. Responds to complaints concerning animal issues or violations of Chapter 6, including but not limited to animals running at large, bites, property damage, or injuries. Removes dead, injured or dangerous animals from streets and residential premises. Determines health status of animals. Works an assigned shift using own judgment in deciding course of action being expected to handle difficult and emergency situations without assistance. Maintains normal availability by radio or telephone for consultation on major emergencies or precedent. Carries out duties in conformance with City laws and ordinances. Maintains contact with police communication personnel to coordinate investigation activities, provide mutual assistance during emergency situations and provides Administrative information about Department activities. Required to perform shift work in a rotation of days, evenings, and nights including weekends and holidays. Using excellent customer service skills establishes and maintains effective working relationships with other employees, officials, and all members of the general public. Patrols are performed in motor vehicle, golf cart, on bicycle and on foot. Assists officers in requesting and ensuring vehicle tows are completed at accident scenes and other arrest situations where a vehicle is involved. Assists certified patrol officers in performing traffic control, such as, accident scene traffic control, special events control, and other similar situations. Investigates private property non-injury accidents; takes witness and victim statements; writes reports on certain offenses such as gas frauds, lost or stolen property, found or recovered bicycles, or any other non-arrest type misdemeanor reports. Must maintain confidential departmental information. Green tagging vehicles that are being sold illegally within the City of Farmington. Inspection of Business Licenses within the City of Farmington; inspects food vendors for state and local licenses. Renewing Trespass Authority within the City of Farmington. Attendance at work is an essential function of this position.

Requirements

Must pass extensive background check
High school diploma or equivalent
Valid state driver's license with acceptable driving record for the past three years or state of current residency
Working knowledge of computers and electronic data processing
Comprehensive knowledge of word processing with emphasis in Word and Excel software packages
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing and follow verbal and or written instructions
Excellent public relations skills
Ability to handle vicious animals and irate or intoxicated citizens
Ability to lift up to fifty (50) pounds to load animals into truck
Knowledge of and concern with animals
Must pass background check
Ability to work all shifts, including weekends and holidays
Subject to on call and rotating shifts
Ability to learn the applicable laws, ordinances, and department rules and regulations
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, peers, supervisors and the public
Ability to work under stress and handle stressful situations
Ability to meet deadlines
Ability to exercise sound judgment in evaluating situations and in making decisions
Ability to learn the City's geography
This position has the responsibility to participate in and comply with the City's Environmental, Health, and Safety program